Wen Yanbo frowned and walked out of Tai Chi Hall, stopping at the entrance of the hall.
Su Quan and Yu Chixin are both very busy people. Actually, they were caught by Wen Yanbo when they came here this time. It's no wonder that Wen Yanbo wanted to take them two with him.
These two have a good personal relationship, and they even went to Yunnei to vote for Li Po together back then. Now, except for those from the Heng'an Town Army back then, there are very few people who can compare with them in terms of qualifications, and even Wen Yanbo is a little behind.
With them by his side, Wen Yanbo can be more confident and speak more seriously.
Of course, the other meaning is to show the two of them how they can assist the emperor, and not to be submissive all day long and make others angry just by looking at him.
But the effect was not very good. The emperor moved around, basically blocking him back.
This kind of thing is not uncommon. It happened many times in Jinyang. Even Chen Xiaoyi once lamented in private that the King of Han's thoughts are sometimes very difficult to figure out. You should be careful when you persuade him. Maybe you will realize later that you
If you don't tell him without persuading him, you will still feel that you have done something wrong.
Wen Yanbo has a deep understanding of this. For example, he taught Li Po calligraphy in Zhuo County and gave lectures to Li Po, which can be regarded as a half-teacher friendship.
At that time, I couldn't hold my breath. I felt that this guy was stubborn. When he came into his mouth, many truths that were recognized by the world suddenly changed his appearance. He kept repeating the same nonsense, which made people upset when he heard it.
Now that he is the emperor, he becomes Bengali...
Su Quan and Yu Chixin were both anxious to go back to handle official duties. What happened in the palace... Anyway, Wen Dalin took the lead. They spoke very little. Even if His Majesty was unhappy, it was just to express his anger. They had experienced it all these years, and now they have
Not taking it seriously anymore.
Seeing that the two of them were eager to leave, Wen Yanbo stopped them and asked, "What do you two think will happen if Ashina Duowen takes over Liaodong City?"
Yu Chixin's cheeks twitched and he said to himself, "You brought us here to persuade you. I won't argue with you, Wen Dalin. After all, it's for state affairs, but you can't push your limits. It's always difficult for an honest person like me, right?"
How the hell did I know what would happen if Ashina Duowen was allowed to attack Liaodong?
Su Dan was suppressing a smile beside him. Wen Dalin always liked to be more serious. Perhaps His Majesty knew his temperament and therefore used this matter to make things difficult for him. If he was given a small punishment, it shouldn't be taken seriously, right?
He actually had no idea at all, so he said at this moment: "I'm afraid Wen Pushe asked the wrong person. His Majesty has always had his own opinion on military strategy. He didn't tell us anything else. It should be that the strategy has just been completed, and then we need to discuss it with you."
After everyone’s discussion, I’m afraid it’s inappropriate for us to talk privately here, right?”
Wen Yanbo nodded subconsciously after hearing this, then came back to his senses, glared at Su Dan, and said treacherously in his heart, and said quietly: "Yuan Zai has a heavy responsibility, it is really difficult to ignore others...
Fortunately, Your Majesty has no intention of using large troops to conquer Liaodong again. If that is the case, I would like to ask you two to give you more advice and not be too concerned about yourselves.
We are His Majesty's trustworthy ministers, so we should speak freely and live up to His Majesty's trust."
These words sounded a bit harsh, especially to Su Dan. He felt that Wen Yanbo was telling him intentionally or unintentionally that for him, it was better not to worry about the position of Shangshu Youpushe. It was really heartbreaking.
But no matter what, Wen Yanbo was their immediate superior, and they both bowed in response. The three of them said a few more words, and then Su Dan and Yu Chixin took their leave.
Wen Yanbo stood for a while and pondered for a long time but did not go back to Shangshu Province. Instead, he went to Menxia Province to see Feng Deyi.
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In the minister's office, Feng Deyi was drinking medicinal soup.
He was getting older and had constant ailments, so he asked the imperial doctor to prescribe him some warm and tonic prescriptions in preparation for the arrival of midsummer.
When Wen Yanbo arrived, he smelled the aroma of medicine in the room and felt that he could save money on dinner tonight...
Feng Deyi stood up in response and said with a smile: "Pushe is busy with official duties, how can he have time to come to the door? Some people miss him from afar, and some miss him from afar."
The two of them had a good friendship. It was Wen Yanbo's recommendation that allowed Feng Deyi to be promoted to the position of minister. The two also worked together in the official department for a while, and they cooperated well with each other.
It's just that in the past two years, due to their status, they rarely get together in private. However, the two families have always had a lot of personal contacts. They support each other inside and outside, and there is also a vague competitive relationship. However, it is the top Zhongshu that makes Xiao Yu very uncomfortable.
Wen Yanbo came to Menxia Province in person, and Feng Deyi felt very confident.
Wen Yanbo cupped his fists in salute and said, "It's a sin to come and disturb me rashly."
The two of them bowed to each other and sat down. The tea soup was put on the table. Wen Yanbo took a few sips. Feng Deyi retreated and asked, "My dear brother is not in charge of Shangshu Province, but he came to Menxia Province to talk to me. Do you have anything to discuss?"
Wen Yanbo nodded and said: "After the imperial edict was issued, Brother Feng should have already known about His Majesty's intention to mobilize troops to Donglai, right? Didn't you give me some advice?"
Feng Deyi immediately laughed and said, "It turns out that the wise brother came here to investigate the crime."
Wen Yanbo said: "You shouldn't be held responsible for questioning, but the sudden arrival of the edict from my family in Shangshu Province is really disturbing. I have already met Your Majesty, so I feel a little relieved..."
Feng Deyi stroked his beard and said leisurely: "You, I am older, but I want to say a few words to my wise brother. In politics, we must be lenient and strict, and we must not be impatient.
A good brother has a good character, only acts in an impartial manner, and is respected by everyone. It is precisely because of this that he always acts with an impartial heart. If he is less than human and worldly, then he must treat it with the utmost respect...
Well, by the way, now you should be addressed as Your Majesty, so your Majesty’s wishes should be taken more seriously. For example, regarding today’s matter, how could you enter the palace together with the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue and the Minister of the Ministry of War without thinking about it?
In fact, if my dear brother doesn't come, I'm going to Tai Chi Hall to help my dear brother.
My dear brother has been following His Majesty for many years and has the highest trust among others. Is it possible that I don’t know His Majesty’s temperament?
Your Majesty can do whatever you want with this small matter. Even if I disagree with Your Majesty, I will have to wait for a few days to persuade you, right? If I can think more clearly, I can also understand His Majesty's intentions more clearly, right?
Are you coming here in such a hurry to ask for punishment?"
A series of questions made Wen Yanbo frown deeper and deeper. He was not a person who was easily persuaded. He immediately retorted: "A small matter? There are hundreds of warships and more than ten thousand elite soldiers. If this person dies at sea, it will be a disaster."
a piece of cake?"
Feng Deyi was very patient and was not afraid of Wen Yanbo's rebellion. He just said his own reason, "Your Majesty started from the border fortress, occupied the Turks in the north, and leveled the princes in the south...
These achievements can be said to be unparalleled in ancient and modern times. I only wish I had been born a little earlier, otherwise I would have been able to be compared with the famous ministers and generals of the past. I am the same. My dear brother has been with your Majesty for many years, and I am the founding minister of the country.
How can you still doubt His Majesty’s military strategy?”